Director of Precon - Canton, MA - $250k+

Canton, Massachusetts Permanent USD180,000 - USD250,000 per year View Job Description
A well-established general contractor is seeking a Director of Preconstruction to lead its estimating and preconstruction operations. This executive-level role will drive strategy, oversee a high-performing team, and partner closely with leadership on complex commercial projects.
  • Lead a high-impact preconstruction function
  • Join a stable, growth-oriented GC with strong repeat clients

About Our Client

Our client is a respected construction firm with over 30 years of success delivering multifamily, adaptive reuse, and large-scale commercial projects across Massachusetts and Connecticut. Known for their collaborative culture and strong base of repeat clients, they've built a reputation for delivering complex projects with consistency and quality, supported by a tenured and values-driven team.

Job Description

The Director of Precon - Canton, MA - $250k+ will be responsible for

  • Lead and manage the full Preconstruction & Estimating Department
  • Develop conceptual budgets, detailed cost estimates, and pricing strategies
  • Oversee bid processes, subcontractor leveling, and procurement plans
  • Partner with executive leadership, operations, and business development teams
  • Drive value engineering and constructability reviews across all projects
  • Lead client relationships throughout the preconstruction lifecycle
  • Mentor and develop estimating staff, establishing best practices and processes
  • Support negotiated work and hard bid pursuits across diverse project types



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The Successful Applicant

A successful Director of Preconstruction should have:

  • 10+ years of commercial construction experience
  • 5+ years in a senior estimating or preconstruction leadership role
  • Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams
  • Strong background in multifamily or large-scale commercial construction
  • Experience with negotiated, design-build, and hard bid work
  • Expertise in budgeting, procurement strategy, and preconstruction operations
  • Proficiency in Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and estimating platforms (SmartBid, OST, BuildingConnected, etc.)
  • Executive presence with strong client-facing and business development capabilities

What's on Offer

  • Base salary $250K+
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, life insurance)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off + 10 holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and continued training support
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture with long-tenured employees
  • Opportunity to lead preconstruction on complex, high-value projects
Contact
Savannah Sullivan
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7058294

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Estimator
Industry
Property
Location
Canton
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Savannah Sullivan
Job Reference
JN-072026-7058294